By: blackcinemaconnection March 18, 2021 Upcoming FilmsCourtney B. Vance, Cynthia Ervio, featured, National GeographicLeave a Comment

Genius: Aretha

Release Date: 3/21/21; National Geographic Genre: Biography Rating: TV-14 Director: Anthony Hemingway Studio(s): EUE / Sokolow, Fox 21 Television Studios, Imagine Television, MWM Studios, National Geographic Channel Cast: Cynthia Erivo (Aretha Franklin), Shaian Jordan (Little Re, young Aretha), Courtney B. Vance (C. L. Franklin), David Cross (Jerry Wexler), Malcolm Barrett (Ted White), Patrice Covington (Erma…

By: blackcinemaconnection March 16, 2021 TV SeriesAmazon;, Ashley Thomas, Deborah Ayorinde, featured, Shahadi Wright Joseph, TV SeriesLeave a Comment

Them: Covenant

Release Date: 3/18/21; SXSW & 4/9/21; Amazon Prime – Series premiere Genre: Drama/Horror (Limited TV Series) Studio(s): Hillman Grad, Sony Pictures Television, Vertigo Entertainment, Amazon Studios Cast: Deborah Ayorinde (Lucky Emory), Ashley Thomas (Henry Emory), Shahadi Wright Joseph (Ruby Emory), Melody Hurd (Gracie Emory), Ryan Kwanten (George Bell). Story: Them is a limited anthology series that explores…

By: blackcinemaconnection February 3, 2021 Upcoming Filmsfeatured, TV OneLeave a Comment

Don’t Waste Your Pretty

Release Date: 2/28/21; TV One Genre: Drama Rating: NR Director: Tamara Bass Studio(s): Swirl Films, TV One Running Time: Unknown Cast: Keri Hilson (Mykah), Deborah Joy Winans (Jeanné), Redaric Williams (Michael), Jasmine Burke (Aisha), Kaye Singleton (Amma) and Rainey Branch (Lisa). Story: Based on the eponymous book penned by award-winning author and media personality Demetria L. Lucas,…

By: blackcinemaconnection February 3, 2021 Upcoming FilmsChiké Okonkwo, featured, Lifetime, Meagan GoodLeave a Comment

Death Saved My Life

Release Date: 2/13/20; Lifetime Genre: Thriller Rating: NR Director: Seth Jarrett Studio(s): Lifetime Running Time: Unknown Cast: Meagan Good (Jade), Chiké Okonkwo (Ed), La’Myia Good (Leigh) Story: On the surface it seems Jade (Meagan Good) has it all, a successful marketing career, a husband admired and respected in the community, and a young daughter they both dote…

By: blackcinemaconnection January 9, 2021January 9, 2021 Upcoming Filmsfeatured, Ruth Negga, Sundance Film Festival, Tessa ThompsonLeave a Comment

Passing

Release Date: 1/30/21; Sundance Film Festival Genre: Drama Rating: NR Director: Rebecca Hall Studio(s): AUM Group, Film4, Flat Five Productions, Forest Whitaker’s Significant Productions, Gamechanger Films, Picture Films, Sweet Tomato Films, TGCK Partners, XRM Media. Running Time: 98 mins. Cast: Tessa Thompson as Irene Redfield, Ruth Negga as Clare Kendry, André Holland as Brian Redfield, Alexander…

By: blackcinemaconnection November 21, 2020January 24, 2021 Upcoming FilmsAndra Day, Biography, Evan Ross, featured, Trevante Rhodes, Tyler James WilliamsLeave a Comment

The United States vs. Billie Holiday

a/k/a Billie Release Date: 2/26/21; Hulu Genre: Drama/Biography Rating: NR Director: Lee Daniels Studio(s): Paramount Pictures Running Time: TBD Cast: Andra Day as Billie Holiday; Trevante Rhodes as Jimmy Fletcher; Garrett Hedlund as Harry J. Anslinger; Tyler James Williams as Lester ‘Prez’ Young; Natasha Lyonne as Tallulah Bankhead; Da’Vine Joy Randolph as Roslyn; Evan Ross as Sam…

By: blackcinemaconnection October 4, 2020November 21, 2020 Upcoming FilmsChadwick Boseman, featured, Netflix, Viola DavisLeave a Comment

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

Release Date: 12/18/20 Netflix Genre: Drama Rating: R Director: George C. Wolfe Studio(s): Netflix Running Time: 93 mins. Cast: Viola Davis as Ma Rainey; Chadwick Boseman as Levee; Glynn Turman as Toledo; Colman Domingo as Cutler; Michael Potts as Slow Drag; Taylour Paige as Dussie Mae; Jonny Coyne as Sturdyvant; Jeremy Shamos as Irvin; Dusan Brown…

By: blackcinemaconnection July 26, 2020November 21, 2020 Upcoming FilmsAmerican Black Film Festival, Clifton Powell, featured, Roger Guenveur SmithLeave a Comment

The Available Wife

Release Date: 12/17/20 UMC (Original Release – 8/22/20; American Black Film Festival) Genre: Drama Rating: NR Director: Jamal Hill Studio(s): Available Wife, Luna Ray Films, MegaMind Media, BondIt Media Capital Running Time: 100 mins. Cast: KJ Smith (Nicole), Roger Guenveur Smith (Walter), Clifton Powell (Mitchell), Anwan Glover (Soshi), Terayle Hill (Kingston), Angel Love (Alecia), Brave Williams…

Upcoming Films

The following is a list of upcoming Black films. These titles are expected to be released in any one or combination of formats including theatrical release, DVD/Blu-Ray, direct-to-video (including video-on-demand and streaming), made-for TV/Cable, Limited Series or to be previewed at national film festivals. APRIL 2021 MAY 2021 JUNE 2021 AUGUST 2021

Announced Projects

This page is dedicated to Black cinema titles which fall into any of the following categories: Announced: Films in early development based on confirmed details released by the studio and/or production company. In Development: Producers typically work with screenwriters preparing the story outline into a workable script in an effort to garner a “greenlight” for…

Black Cinema Database

The purpose of this databank is to provide viewers with a complete listing of Black cinema titles as well as some insight into what a particular movie is about by presenting a detailed synopsis, stills, trailers, and interesting facts about the title. No attempt is made to provide a comprehensive review or detailed analysis of…

Never and Again

By: blackcinemaconnection March 31, 2021March 2, 2021

Now PlayingChristian Keyes, Denise Boutte, Ella Joyce, Jackie Long, Master PLeave a Comment

Release Date: 2/11/21; Amazon Prime Genre: Romance Rating: TV-14 Director: LazRael Lison Studio(s): Summer House Pictures, Genius Minds, J&R Productions (II), Asah Entertainment, BET+. Running Time: 89 mins. Cast: Jackie Long (Kevin James), Denise Boutte (Jasmine Washington), Christian Keyes (Robert Washington), Master P (Boss Man), Ella Joyce (Mrs. Donna), Vanessa Simmons (Sonya), Bebe Drake (Ms. Addis).…

Black Mafia Family

By: blackcinemaconnection March 30, 2021March 17, 2021

Rumoured or Announced ProjectsBased On A True Story, Lala Anthony, Russell Hornsby, Snoop Dogg, Steve Harris, Wood HarrisLeave a Comment

Status: Filming Genre: Drama Director(s): Tasha Smith, Solvan Naim Studio(s): G Unit, Lionsgate Television, Starz! Story: Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980’s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country. …

The Bull Dogger

By: blackcinemaconnection March 29, 2021February 28, 2021

Rumoured or Announced ProjectsBill Pickett, Black & White, SilentLeave a Comment

Release Date: 1921/1922 Silent Black & White Genre: Western Director: Richard E. Norman Studio(s): Norman Film Manufacturing Company Running Time: 50 mins. Cast: Bill Pickett, Bennie Turpin, Anita Bush, Steve Reynolds Details: The Bull-Dogger was a feature-length Western starring real-life African American cowboy Bill Pickett. An excerpt from the Exhibitor’s Herald, states “A virile story of…

Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!

By: blackcinemaconnection March 27, 2021

TV SeriesDavid Alan Grier, Jamie Foxx, Kyla-Drew, NetflixLeave a Comment

Release Date: 4/14/21 – Series Premiere; Netflix Genre: Comedy Rating: TV-PG Directors: Ken Whittingham, Bentley Kyle Evans, Robin Strickland Studio(s): CBS Television Studios, Netflix Cast: Jamie Foxx, Kyla-Drew, David Alan Grier, Porscha Coleman, Jonathan Kite, Heather Hemmens, Valente Rodriguez. Story: Jamie Foxx plays Brian Dixon, a single dad and cosmetics brand owner who figures out fatherhood on…

Lust: A Deadly Sins Saga

By: blackcinemaconnection March 27, 2021

Upcoming FilmsClifton Powell, Keri Hilson, LaToya Luckett-Walker, Lifetime, Ms. Juicy, Tank, TD Jakes, Tobias TruvillionLeave a Comment

a/k/a Lust: A Seven Deadly Sins Story Release Date: 4/10/21; Lifetime Genre: Drama Rating: NR Director: Star Victoria Running Time: Unknown Studios: TD Jakes Enterprises, Big Dreams Entertainment, Lifetime. Cast: Keri Hilson, LeToya Luckett-Walker, Tobias Truvillion, Durrell ‘Tank’ Babbs, Michael Anthony, Ms. Juicy, Clifton Powell, Phire Whitaker. Details: Lifetime TV has teamed up with Bishop TD…

Envy: A Deadly Sins Saga

By: blackcinemaconnection March 27, 2021March 27, 2021

Upcoming FilmsClifton Powell, Hosea Chanchez, Lifetime, Rose Rollins, Serayah, TD JakesLeave a Comment

a/k/a Envy: A Seven Deadly Sins Story Release Date: 4/17/2021; Lifetime Genre: Drama Rating: NR Director: Damon Lee Studio(s): TD Jakes Enterprises, Big Dreams Entertainment, Lifetime. Running Time: Unknown Cast: Rose Rollins, Serayah, Kandi Burruss, Donovan Christie, Jr., Gregory Alan Williams, Da Brat, DC Young Fly, Clifton Powell, Hosea Chanchez. Details: Lifetime TV has teamed…